Unique welding programmes and new machines for welding pipes and fittings are among the latest offerings that the UAE-based BMC Gulf Trading and Contracting, will be aggressively promoting when it returns to the Big 5 show this year.

“This year we intend to promote two of our main lines of business which are environmental and geotechnical solutions, in cooperation with our principals such as Agru, Alyaf and others; and plastic welding technology in cooperation with Agru, Widos, Leister and SKZ Germany,” says general manager Reda Ashkar.
“In particular, we will introduce the SKZ training programmes, which are the first certified specialised welding programmes in accordance with the German DVGW – worksheet GW330/331,” Ashkar says. “In addition, we are introducing new machines for welding high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes and fittings from Widos of Germany.”
The introduction of the new training programmes follows the recent opening of the SKZ Training Centre in Jebel Ali. The facility is fully equipped for the training and certification of engineers, site supervisors and welding technicians in the field of plastic pipes welding.
Commenting on the show, Ashkar says: “The Big 5 provides a great opportunity for traders, manufacturers and contractors to gather under one roof. It also enables them to update themselves on the latest technology in the industry, obtain leads for new business, learn what the competition has to offer as well as launch their latest products and services. We received a good response at our stand when we exhibited at the show last year and garnered some potential leads for business.”
The Dubai-based firm, which has seen a substantial growth in its turnover, is upbeat about prospects for the construction sector.
“Thanks to the current boom in the Gulf region, the BMC Gulf group has doubled its turnover systematically over the past five years. Our business has experienced tremendous growth this year, with new clients and projects in the various spheres of our activities and services and the forecast for the future is positive,” he comments.
Elaborating on the company’s plans for the future, Ashkar says: “We are looking at expanding into new markets and boosting our sales force especially on the trading side of the business. We are also keen to actively promote the certification of engineers and technicians in the field of plastic welding to achieve higher standards in the GCC markets.”
“By employing state-of-the-art technology and using the best-quality materials in conjunction with a qualified team of engineers, BMC Gulf aims to be the most reliable business partner offering superior products and services.”
The group currently enjoys an approximate turnover of $70 million per year.
BMC Gulf, a significant member of Emivest and the IKK Group, was established in Dubai in 1998 to serve the local markets of the Middle East with specialised engineering services and turnkey solutions for industrial and private projects. Through its head office located in Jebel Ali and branch offices in Deira, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi, BMC Gulf provides specialised engineering and contracting solutions for industrial and private projects, as well as specialised plastic welding technology, providing plastic fittings, welding machines and professional training for welding of plastic sheets and pipes.
The company’s direct involvement in the market has resulted in a continuous expansion and diversification of its activities, and the introduction of new technologies and innovative products to provide solutions to various problems encountered on project sites throughout the region.
BMC Gulf provides its clients and partners with professional engineering services right from the design stage up to the handing over of the project, in the following fields:
• Environmental: turnkey design, project management and execution of projects involving landfill applications, waste management and separation, de-gassing, recycling and renewable-energy systems;
• Geotechnical: supply and installation of specialised products such as smooth and textured HDPE liners, concrete protective liners (CPL) and EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) membranes;
• Water management: supply of drainage panels, cells and corrugated pipes for groundwater control, holding tanks, retaining walls, rooftop gardens and other applications;
• Concrete repair and flooring: supply and application of construction chemicals for the treatment of concrete structures such as: water tanks, bridges, foundations, swimming pools, roof tops, car parks and hangars;
• Pipe fittings and plastic welding technology: supply of HDPE fittings for butt-fusion/electro applications, welding machines and accessories for gas and water pipeline applications; and
• Training and certification:  professional training and certification on plastic products applications in cooperation with an internationally renowned German institute.
It is also involved in the field of acoustic and audio-visual installation and the supply of sanitary ware, faucets, bathroom furniture and accessories as well as custom-made furniture and accessories.
BMC’s team consists of about 170 well-experienced sales engineers and technicians supported by a team of management and back-office employees.
“In a demanding and fast-moving industry that is constantly striving to provide optimum solutions, BMC Gulf’s mission is to support the industry by supplying quality products and professional engineering services to meet challenging requirements. Its main markets in the GCC are the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain,” Ashkar points out.
Among the major projects that BMC Gulf provided its services for in Dubai include Lagoons (for Dutco), the tunnels at The Palm Jumeirah (for Al Naboodah/Taisai) and Business Bay as well as lining of the Burj Dubai lake.
BMC Gulf Trading and Contracting will be exhibiting at Stand No 4D171.